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Global Business School Network (GBSN) is a Washington, DC-based organization dedicated to improving access to high-quality, locally relevant management and entrepreneurship education. With a strong network of members and partners, GBSN offers a range of programs, thought leadership initiatives, and projects that engage students, faculty, and administrators in the field of business education. Driven by a clear vision and a rich history, GBSN strives to create opportunities for collaboration and knowledge sharing among business schools worldwide. Through its events and beyond, GBSN plays a vital role in fostering innovation and excellence in management education, making a significant impact on the global business community.Generated from the website

The National Association of State Directors, located in Silver Spring, Maryland, is dedicated to advancing career and technical education (CTE) across the United States. Through various initiatives, they engage policymakers, support implementation of career clusters, and provide resources for state leaders in CTE. With a focus on connecting learning to work, the organization fosters collaboration among educators, families, and learners to enhance the effectiveness of CTE programs. They also offer professional development opportunities and resources to help states improve their CTE offerings and outcomes. Generated from the website

Douglas E. Adair, an internationally-known association and business executive, is Chief Executive Officer of ORS Interactive, Inc, a consulting and technology firm headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia and a Director of ORS Multim dia Interativa, Ltda. in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil.The capabilities of ORS include developing learning and collaboration strategies ; identifying criteria for competencies and standards ; curriculum design ; integrating media and instructional technology ; re-purposing content ; administration of assessments and certifications ; systems development ; technology transfer ; licensing agreements ; resource acquisition, project development and management ; marketing ; and logistical support. ORS clients cover a broad spectrum including Fortune 100 companies, small and medium enterprises, national and regional trade associations, international non-profit organizations and foundations, multilateral organizations and government agencies.In addition to his expertise in strategic planning and business planning, economic development and workforce development, and performance management, Doug is a professional musician, entertainer and accomplished songwriter. Writing, publishing and recording music for video productions, conventions, television commercials, and record albums are among his many talents. Doug's songs can be heard at www.broadjam.com/DougAdair and on YouTube under DougAdair. He also serves as a facilitator for planning sessions and other types of interactive meetings and as the on-camera host for video productions and videoconferences.Doug was Executive Vice President of the Council on Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Education ( CHRIE ) in in Washington DC, from 1986 to 1996. CHRIE, an international organization with over 2, 000 members in 50 countries, improves professionalism in hospitality and tourism ( the world's largest industry ) through education, training and human resource development. In his role as EVP of CHRIE, Doug worked with corporate and association executives, cabinet secretaries and government agencies, college and university presidents and officials, and national and international education leaders.Prior to his appointment with CHRIE, he served as the Director of Education Services for the National Association of REALTORS in Chicago and Washington, DC. He is a graduate of Western Illinois University ( WIU ) with degrees in Communications and Marketing.